Ktm 790 Adventure R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 49 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Ktm 790 Adventure R, across 5 model years (2019–2023). The 2021 model year has the most complaints (22). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Ktm 790 Adventure R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical 790 Adventure R year: 2021. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2021 790 Adventure R: 22 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2022 790 Adventure R: 8 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2019 790 Adventure R: 8 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Ktm 790 Adventure R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19 | 4 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Ktm 790 Adventure R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 790 Adventure R | 5 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2022 790 Adventure R | 8 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2021 790 Adventure R | 22 | 0 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2020 790 Adventure R | 6 | 2 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2019 790 Adventure R | 8 | 2 | — | Service Brakes |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ktm 790 Adventure R years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2021 (22) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical 790 Adventure R year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Ktm 790 Adventure R?
Engine, with 19 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Ktm 790 Adventure R have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.